HC Deb 09 May 1985 vol 78 cc490-1W
Mr. Corbyn

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services what value of services are done by private contractors in the Islington health district.

Mr. Kenneth Clarke

The annual accounts for Islington health authority for 1983–84, the latest available, show a total expenditure of £853,771 for services undertaken by private contractors.

Mr. Corbyn

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services what is the annual budget of the Islington district health authority for each year since 1982 and projected until 1990.

Mr. Kenneth Clarke

Allocations to district health authorities are the responsibility of regional health authorities. The hon. Member may wish to approach North-East Thames regional health authority for this information.